1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1158 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Cedric | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
